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    assert
    /əˈsəːt/

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  3. ASSERT definition: 1. to behave in a way that expresses your confidence, importance, or power and earns you respect…. Learn more.

  4. Jun 30, 2012 · assert: [verb] to state or declare positively and often forcefully or aggressively. to compel or demand acceptance or recognition of (something, such as one's authority).

  5. Learn the meaning of assert as a verb, with synonyms, antonyms, and usage examples. Assert can mean to state an opinion or claim a right forcefully, or to behave in a way that shows power, authority, or control.

  6. Assert definition: to state with assurance, confidence, or force; state strongly or positively; affirm; aver. See examples of ASSERT used in a sentence.

  7. assert: 1 v declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true Synonyms: affirm , aver , avow , swan , swear , verify Types: show 6 types... hide 6 types... hold assert or affirm claim , take lay claim to; as of an idea attest authenticate; affirm to be true, genuine, or correct, as in an official capacity declare state firmly protest affirm or ...

  8. Learn the meaning, pronunciation, synonyms, and usage of the verb assert, which means to state something firmly or to claim something as one's own. See examples of assert in sentences and idioms, and compare it with related words.

  9. assert that… She continued to assert that she was innocent. The report asserts confidently that the industry will grow. assert something She continued to assert her innocence. The German Chancellor was anxious to assert her government's commitment to European unity. + speech ‘That is wrong,’ he asserted. it is asserted that…